Best Chest And Back Workouts With Kettlebells To Build Strength

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Kettlebells are versatile weights distinguished by their unique handle positioning, ideal for dynamic movements like swings and practical for conventional exercises such as goblet squats.

Strength-focused workouts are crafted to enhance maximum lift capacity by incorporating compound and isolation exercises programmed with heavier weights and fewer repetitions to prioritize strength gains over hypertrophy.

The pectoral muscle group, located on the upper front of the torso, is engaged through pressing and adductive movements, while the back muscles on the upper rear torso are utilized during pulling actions.

Combining chest and back training allows for balanced emphasis on opposing push and pull motions, ensuring comprehensive strength development across both sides of the torso.

Workout 1

Back

The 3 Best Chest and Back Exercises with Kettlebells to Build Strength

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1. Kettlebell Row
SETS LOGGED
781,099
Back Strength
93 mScore
Back
Kettlebells
The Kettlebell Row is a great exercise for strengthening your back. It involves using one kettlebell, which helps you focus on one side of your body at a time and improves core stability while maintaining posture.
How to do it
The Kettlebell Row is a great exercise for strengthening your back. It involves using one kettlebell, which helps you focus on one side of your body at a time and improves core stability while maintaining posture.
Sets, Reps, Weight
1
8reps
25lbs
2
8reps
25lbs
3
8reps
25lbs
Full Video & Instructions
2. Kettlebell Alternating Row
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573,967
Back Strength
91 mScore
Back
Kettlebells
The Kettlebell Alternating Row is a back-strengthening exercise that also works your shoulders and biceps. By alternating lifts, you give each side time to rest and focus, making it effective for building strength and muscle.
How to do it
The Kettlebell Alternating Row is a back-strengthening exercise that also works your shoulders and biceps. By alternating lifts, you give each side time to rest and focus, making it effective for building strength and muscle.
Sets, Reps, Weight
1
8reps
20lbs
2
8reps
20lbs
3
8reps
20lbs
Full Video & Instructions
3. Gorilla Rows
SETS LOGGED
429,620
Back Strength
78 mScore
Back
Kettlebells
Gorilla Rows are a great back exercise that also works your shoulders, biceps, and traps. By alternating sides, you let your muscles recover and focus better on each side during the movement.
How to do it
Gorilla Rows are a great back exercise that also works your shoulders, biceps, and traps. By alternating sides, you let your muscles recover and focus better on each side during the movement.
Sets, Reps, Weight
1
8reps
17.5lbs
2
8reps
17.5lbs
3
8reps
17.5lbs
Full Video & Instructions

Best Chest And Back Workouts With Kettlebells To Build Strength

About

Workout 1

Back

Kettlebell Row

Gorilla Rows

Kettlebell Alternating Row

Take the guesswork out of training.

The 3 Best Chest and Back Exercises with Kettlebells to Build Strength

1. Kettlebell Row

How to do it

2. Kettlebell Alternating Row

How to do it

3. Gorilla Rows

How to do it

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Alternative Workouts with Kettlebells to Build Strength

Alternative Chest and Back Workouts to Build Strength